Sunraysia residents feel invisible to the Labor government and through the constant advocacy of Jade Benham MP, myself and The Nationals for Regional Victoria, Sunraysia is seen, heard and respected.

TOPICS: misinformation on tax changes, attack on aspiration, Labor deal with the Greens, breakdown in public trust in politicians

Across health, energy and cost-of-living, under Labor the pattern is clear: policy set in capital cities is failing regional Australia.

TOPICS: Australia Post plans for Licensed Post Offices, older Australians’ usage habits, Senate inquiry, Government’s tabled response this week to 2024 Senate Inquiry on regional banking closures, neglect of regional Australians

TOPICS: Australia Post secret plans for Licensed Post Offices, statutory obligations, Senate inquiry, possible LPO conversions to Community Postal Agencies, older Australians’ mail and banking habits, Communications Minister accountability

“In contrast to the Albanese government, the Coalition is determined to fight tooth and nail for the vital services that regional communities so deserve.”

I commend the ‘Nine’ for their efforts representing their communities, uniting in a show of force and solidarity for the region, and trying to get the best out of a situation very poorly handled by the Allan Labor Government.

TOPICS: Labor breaking promise not to do deals with the Greens, broken taxation promises, Help to Buy housing scheme, Snowy Hydro 2.0, CFMEU, paid prac for students

Under these changes, businesses with enterprise agreements could be given preference for government contracts, grants and procurement opportunities. That has nothing to do with delivering value for taxpayers.